The Gateway Project, Ras Al Khaimah

Situated 150 kilometers to the east of Dubai, the newly
planned capital city of Ras Al Khaimah will soon see construction begin on the
Gateway Project, a large-scale mixed-use development at the entrance of the
city that will serve as the landmark gateway to the emirate.

Inspired by the region’s mountainous desert landscape, the
project’s design was conceptualized by Snøhetta architects. The Norwegian
architectural firm is responsible for other prominent designs in the United
Arab Emirates, such as the King Abdulaziz Center for Knowledge and Culture in
Abu Dhabi.

Sprawled over an expansive 450,000 square meters, 270,000
square meters of the development will be built areas, with the remainder being
left for shaded gardens and landscaping. The project will feature a conference
center, exhibition center and retail space, with a dramatic 200m tall
tower marking the main gateway plaza.

This tower will be the site of a five
star hotel that will provide visitors with panoramic views of the surrounding
desert landscape.